Every year, hundreds of house fires in Indonesia share the same trigger: LPG leaks. Data from the National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) identifies gas leaks and electrical short circuits as two major causes of residential fires. More worryingly, many of these incidents are preventable.
Why Are Gas Leaks So Dangerous?
LPG is heavier than air. When a leak occurs, gas collects near floors and in low spaces, where sparks can easily ignite it. LPG concentrations of 1.8–9.5% in air can trigger an explosion if there is an ignition source.
‘In many cases, people do not notice the smell of gas because they have become used to their surroundings. This is called olfactory fatigue.’
Modern Gas Detection Technology
IoT-based gas detectors such as Creativity Corner’s Gas Leak Prevention are more reliable than the human sense of smell. Semiconductor or electrochemical sensors can detect gas concentrations as low as 100 ppm, well before you can smell them.
- Automatic detection without relying on human senses
- An electromagnetic valve shuts off the gas supply in under 10 seconds
- A loud alarm can wake residents even while they sleep
- Smartphone notifications alert you wherever you are
- Unaffected by becoming used to a smell—always on duty, 24/7
What Should You Do If You Smell Gas?
- DO NOT turn any electrical switches on or off
- DO NOT use matches or lighters
- Open all windows and doors immediately
- Manually close the gas regulator valve
- Leave the house and contact the fire department
An automatic gas detector is designed to shut off the gas before you notice the leak, helping reduce the need for these emergency steps.
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